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Above : Woody blowing out his birthday candles image courtesy of Katy Lunsford Fine Art Photography Woody has just turned 5. I can’t quite believe it either, nor the incredible young man he is growing into. We waited an age for this little boy to come into our lives, while everyone around us proudly sported Read the full article…

I love Instagram, don’t you? My recent favourite find is Fabelab Danish children’s brand for Scandi kids accessories, they are just fabulous. ” …we encourage little Dreamers and Adventurers to imagine, explore and discover – filling their surroundings with playfulness, stories and love.” How lovely! So, whilst this is not a French brand, I really love Read the full article…

Take In Some Sea Air at L’Île o’Lutins French Children’s Clothing Boutique On a bustling little street in a pretty little town in South West France, Valerie Gantois, owner of Lîle O’ Lutins French Children’s Clothing Boutique is far from her roots by the sea. Instead of sailing boats and seagulls on her doorstep, she now Read the full article…

Origami, really? Now I never thought I would imagine myself sitting down to a spot of origami and actually enjoying it, but you know what? I just did! Last week, I discovered a fantastic new shop in my local town called Esprit de Famille in Ruffec and I adore it with a capital A. As well as Read the full article…

Bilingual Children – It’s Complicated! So, my son started school in France at La Rentrée ( start of the school year ) in September and almost overnight his little life changed dramatically. Just a few weeks in and I’m beginning to realise that having bilingual children can be a complex business. At home in France we speak Read the full article…

Bonjour! Best Layering Tops for Boys I love this time of year, the crisp crunch of golden leaves on the ground, hearty homemade soups and the gentle crackle of the fire, it’s just so cosy. Mini Boden has some practically perfect Autumn boyswear in their latest collection with plenty of French inspired stripes and cosy Read the full article…

When term time starts and there’s not a set uniform for the preschoolers, it’s a good idea to get some Monday to Friday basics in. Marks and Spencer has a great collection of preschool clothing for boys and girls with easy to wear separates for a smart look every day of the week. See, it’s Read the full article…

Inspiration for new baby gifts or an effective baby teething toy, Sophie la Giraffe is a classic French children’s toy oozing with French charm. There are many gorgeous French toy brands that have stood the test of time and my mother recently purchasing a Sophie for my nephew who is teething reminded me of how we as Read the full article…

We all grew up in Clarks Shoes didn’t we? Who could forget the excitement of that foot measuring machine after the summer holidays! How exciting then to see that Clarks Shoes are now also in France. If you’re nervous about buying shoes for toddlers online then fear not, they have a handy foot measuring guide Read the full article…

I was recently reading a lovely post in Becky Evan’s blog www.spiritedpuddlejumper.com and she had some amazing pictures of Easter Trees. I’ve never had one before but my little sis got me these beautiful little wooden decorations when she came last year for Easter so voila! I can’t believe it’s a whole year ago she Read the full article…

My French garden is a special place to me – a blank canvas in winter ready for the glorious colour that spring brings. It’s small but peaceful. French gardens are a by design a little “sauvage” and I am happy with that look. There’s something quite nice about bursting borders with a brilliant mix of edible and Read the full article…

You know that proud moment when your little one suddenly turns to you and says, “I love you Mama”? It’s heartbreaking and amazing all in one. Imagine then while playing a game of chase your little one squawks back ” encore, encore”. It’s funny hearing someone so small, barely a master of his own mother Read the full article…

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